Adult & Pediatric Traumatic Brain Injury in Bemidji, MN

Minnesota Traumatic Brain Injury Attorneys

Injuries from a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) are caused by a head
injury that results in a disruption of the normal brain function.
Severity of the injury could range from mild changes in mental
status to severe periods of unconsciousness, and could potentially
result in long term deficits, personality changes, or other
disabilities. Our attorneys and staff located in Bemidji, Minnesota can educate and guide you.

Approximately 1.4 million people suffer a TBI each year in the United
States, resulting in 50,000 deaths and 235,000 hospitalizations.
With children aged 0-14 years, TBI resulted in an estimated 2,685
deaths and 37,000 hospitalizations annually. According to the
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, TBI medical costs and
lost wages amounted to over $60 billion in 2000.

Causes of Traumatic Brain Injuries Nationwide

28% are a result from falls. Falls are also the number one cause of TBI in Minnesota.

20% are a caused by injuries from vehicle crashes.

19% are a consequence of the head striking an object.

11% are caused by assault.

Who is Most at Risk for TBI?

Who is Most at Risk for TBI? Those aged 75 years or older experience
the highest rate of traumatic brain injury-related hospitalizations
and deaths. Males tend to be more likely to sustain a head injury
than females, and children ages 0-4 and 15-19 are most at risk for
TBI. The highest death rate from TBI is seen among African Americans.

Signs and Symptoms of Traumatic Brain Injuries

The symptoms of a brain
injury are not always noticed right away following an accident, and
can take a several days or even a few weeks to become apparent.
Symptoms following a head injury could be subtle, so it is important
that proper care and treatment is provided for the victim. It is
also important to note that the force of impact in an accident does
not necessarily relate to the severity of the head injury.

Changes in the victims' thinking patterns, sensations, use of
language, and emotions are common symptoms of a TBI. There can be
deficits in memory and reasoning abilities; alterations of sense of
taste, smell, and touch; difficulty with expressions or
understanding; and mood disorders such as anxiety or depression,
aggression, or other personality changes which can get worse with
time.

Long-Term Effects of Brain Injuries

5.3 million Americans, approximately 2% of the population, experience
long-term effects or need lifetime assistance as a result of a TBI.
The long-term consequences could result in an increased risk for
epilepsy, Alzheimer's disease, and Parkinson's later on in life.

Our Lawyers can Help

If you or someone you know has been the victim of an accident that
has resulted in an adult or pediatric traumatic brain injury in Bemidji, MN or northern Minnesota, you can trust your case to the
experienced lawyers at Hazelton Law Group. In order to avoid
long-term problems, our attorneys will ensure that you get the
proper care for your injury and help you to get the compensation
need to pay for current and future treatments.